Forêt du ruisseau Ste-Rose

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
SpringSummerFall
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Forêt du ruisseau Ste-Rose is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 202 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, and Pileated Woodpecker among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

3/6/20264 Crois Grand-Moulin, Deux-Montagnes CA-QC 45.53492, -73.883311 observed

Fox Sparrow

Passerella iliaca

3/6/2026Cimetière de Laval/Mt. Pleasant1 observed

European Robin

Erithacus rubecula

3/6/2026poste d'observation Rougegorge familier, Montréal (2026)1 observed

Northern Mockingbird

Mimus polyglottos

3/5/2026arrêt de bus, en avant de la piscine1 observed

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

3/5/2026Parc Angrignon1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Downy Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Hairy Woodpecker

23/5/2026

Pileated Woodpecker

23/5/2026

American Crow

33/5/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

73/5/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

23/5/2026

Brown Creeper

13/5/2026

European Starling

13/5/2026

American Robin

13/5/2026

House Sparrow

13/5/2026

House Finch

23/5/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

53/5/2026

Northern Cardinal

33/5/2026

Mallard

303/2/2026

Common Merganser

23/2/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Forêt du ruisseau Ste-Rose for birding?
The best months to visit Forêt du ruisseau Ste-Rose for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Forêt du ruisseau Ste-Rose?
Notable species at Forêt du ruisseau Ste-Rose include Downy Woodpecker, Hairy Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, American Crow, Black-capped Chickadee. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at Forêt du ruisseau Ste-Rose?
Birding at Forêt du ruisseau Ste-Rose is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Forêt du ruisseau Ste-Rose?
Forêt du ruisseau Ste-Rose offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.